Preparing for the Transition to ICD-10

Here are six easy steps to help with ICD-10 readiness:

Download the top 40 rheumatology codes as a quick reference guide from the ACR website.
Create a cheat sheet with key coding guidelines for laterality and anatomical site (i.e., “1” is for the right side and “2” is for the left side).
Make a list of key vendors and payers with contact information for easier access to communicate quickly on issues.
Continue to monitor documentation requirements, because this is vital to your bottom line.
Monitor accounts receivable, and track adjustment charges and collections pre- and post-ICD-10.
Stay calm!

The ACR is committed to being a resource for members and their staff during the transition to ICD-10. All questions should be sent to [email protected], or contact Melesia Tillman, CPC, CPC-I, CRHC, CHA, at 404-633-3777 x820 ([email protected]) or Antanya Chung, CPC, CPC-I, CRHC, CCP, at 404-633-3777 x818 ([email protected]).

The ICD-10 page on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) website features a countdown clock that shows the time left until Oct. 1, 2015, the date on which compliance with the new code set becomes mandatory. By the time this issue goes to press, the clock will read 90 or fewer days. Time…

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